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Meredith, NH

294 Bear Island

$915,000Last sold Dec 5, 2024Listed at $995,000Sold in 86 days

MLS# 5013480 · Single Family Residence

Island Property

This home is on Bear Island, a boat-access island on Lake Winnipesaukee.

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The Listing

A 3-bedroom home in Meredith on Lake Winnipesaukee.

3
Bedrooms
2
Baths
1,188
Sq Ft
1.3
Acres
Waterfront· Lake Winnipesaukee· Directly Adjoining

Description

Incredible opportunity to own on Bear Island with fantastic, southern views of the Belknap Mountains! This three-bedroom, two bath home built in 2003, sits on 1.28 acres with approx. 228' of frontage on Lake Winnipesaukee. The expansive wrap-around deck is perfection, offering so much room for either just simply relaxing or hosting and entertaining guests. Inside the home is a bright and open living space including kitchen, family, and dining areas, with lots of natural sunlight. Conveniences of this island home include: gas fireplace, UV water filtration system, dishwasher, washer, and dryer. Additionally, there is a very large workshop on the property (approx 20' X 10') as well as two other outbuildings. Lakeside features include walk-in, sandy-bottom, water access and a permanent dock situated in a protected cove. The cottage is only minutes to Cattle Landing public parking and docking on mainland in Meredith, with other options for marinas and parking also nearby. This is a Winnipesaukee gem. Available separately for purchase: Hampton 2020 20’ Pontoon Boat.

Features

Interior

Ceiling Fan(s)
Gas Fireplace
Furnished
Kitchen/Dining
Kitchen/Family
Kitchen/Living
Natural Light
Natural Woodwork
Skylight
Attic with Pulldown

Exterior

Boat Slip
Deck
Covered Porch

Heating

Propane
Gas Stove

Cooling

None

Financial

Annual Taxes
$7,907

Location

Listing History

This property was listed at $1,050,000 on Sep 10, 2024. The price has been reduced by $55,000 from the original $1,050,000. It sold on Dec 5, 2024 for $915,000, $135,000 (12.9%) below the original asking price.

Residential · NH-Belknap County · Listed Sep 10, 2024 · Sold Dec 5, 2024

About Meredith, NH

Meredith sits where Lake Winnipesaukee, Waukewan, and Paugus Bay converge. Its bustling town center features Mill Falls Marketplace, year-round dining, and the Meredith Sculpture Walk. It's the commercial hub of the northern lake region, with strong tourism and a growing year-round economy.

Mill Falls Marketplace & inns
Annual Sculpture Walk
Meredith Bay boardwalk & public docks
Annalee Dolls headquarters
Gateway to Squam Lake & White Mountains
Year-round dining & entertainment
County: Belknap
Population: ~6,600
Schools: Inter-Lakes (SAU 2)

Distances are approximate. Click any destination for driving directions. NH has no state income tax or sales tax.

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$915,000

Sold Dec 5, 2024

Bedrooms3
Bathrooms2
Sq Ft1,188
$/Sq Ft$770
Listing courtesy of Maxfield Real Estate/Center Harbor · Becky Fuller · 603-253-9360 · Selling office: Maxfield Real Estate/Wolfeboro
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